Mod 1
What is partial weight- bearing?
Affected limb can only bear a portion of the patient's weight
What two acronyms are used for fires? And what do they stand for?
PASS- Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
RACE- Rescue, Alarm, Confine, Escape/Extinguish
What does immunocompromised mean?
Having an impaired immune system, usually as a result of a disease, medication therapy, or a disease.
What do arteries do?
Carry oxygenated blood to the body
Which way should a P wave deflect?
Upward
How many fl oz in a mL
1oz=30mL
Bonus... How many fl oz in 6.5mL
What are a couple ways to prevent falls?
Ensure patient wears shoes/ non-skid socks, encourage wearing glasses/ eyewear, remove clutter in pt’s path, ensure pts properly use assistive devices, use gait belt.
List the chain of infection
Pathogen, Reservoir, Portal of Exit, Mode of Transmission, Portal of Entry, Susceptible host
True or False
You can use 70% Isopropyl Alcohol to cleanse skin for blood cultures, red tube, and tiger tops
FALSE- 70% Isopropyl Alcohol isn't strong enough for blood cultures
How long is a QRS complex duration? (In seconds)
0.04 to 0.10 seconds
What is an incentive spirometer and how do you use it?
It helps prevent respiratory complications after surgery. Breathe deeply to raise the balls in the chamber by forcefully inhaling through the device
What are some signs of substance abuse disorder?
Lack of concentration, signs of withdrawal, sweating, easy to aggitate
What should you avoid for patients with shellfish allergies?
Iodine
What is the primary benefit of assisting patients with ambulation?
It helps with strengthening, stability, and preventing complications.
What action should be taken in emergency situations when the elevator is full?
Ask other occupants to step out and wait for the next elevator.
Where do you start when applying a splint to an extremity?
From distal to proximal
What is the Joint Commission?
Standard that focuses on continual improvement of patient safety and quality care. Address patient rights, patient education, and operational improvement
What are latent infections?
Infections with periods of remission and relapse
What should be labeled on a specimen you collect?
Patient's full name, DOB, date, time, medical or facility identification number
Whats a sign of cardiopulmonary compromise?
Change in color, consciousness, cold hands or feet, difficulty breathing, significant rhythm change
What is a capillary refill?
A test that involves measurement by visual inspection of the time it takes for blood to return to distal capillaries, such as under fingernails, after blanching by applying pressure with a finger.
What is a dosimeter?
A device used to measure and absorb doses of ionizing radiation
How many microns are required for droplet precautions?
5 microns in diameter
What is the first choice vein for blood draw?
Median cubital
Who was the guy who discovered tiny electrical charges on the surface of human skin?
Willem Einthoven